Global SOX Compliance team ensures compliance to SOX 404 and other related requirement.

BBS SOX Team Manager will support the Bunge SOX Compliance program and other initiatives in internal controls and process improvements, in collaboration with the Global/Regional SOX teams and with process/control owners across the organization

You will support/ lead significant and high quality SOX projects within BBS India (shared services) and globally.

• Responsible to support and facilitate the Bunge Global SOX Compliance Program and other related initiatives from BBS
• Work with Global SOX PMO and business process/ control owners for standardization of key controls and related testing process as part of implementation of the global audit centralization project. This will entail evaluating SOX controls and aligning them under a common control approach to facilitate centralized testing and improve audit efficiencies (including developing common instructions for control performance within OneStream Task Manager, Bunge’s period-end close tasks management tool).
• Build on the common controls approach to determine a Continuous Control Monitoring (CCM) strategy that will elevate Bunge’s control environment through continuous control and transitions monitoring/testing. Coordinate with key stakeholder at the global, regional and BBS levels to design and implement such program within Bunge.
• Support effective change management and oversight of control environment – aligning controls to address organization, process and system changes
• Coordination with Regional SOX coordinators on the Global SOX program, transition of controls and selective control testing, as required
• Responsible for quality and timeliness of deliverables, including conclusions on control effectiveness and impact of control deficiencies.
• Facilitate adoption and use in continuous testing/centralization of system tools like RCM/TM, including for Statutory Auditors
• Act as key contact person for all internal and external groups (Bunge Global/Regional teams, process/control owners and external auditors/advisors) on matters related to SOX and internal controls.
• Support establishment of the BBS SOX COE team to transition testing in-house from external service providers. Facilitate development of knowledge capital by sharing information and person-to-person communication, others as applicable
• Work with BBS Center Lead/Tower Leads & identify opportunities for automation of SOX Testing process
• Build collaboration by building relationships with key Controlling/BBS stakeholders, including Center Lead/HR/ Other Leads
• Identify, assess, and assist in selection of resources, and ensure role alignment of individuals. Identify changes to long term resource needs and implement appropriate actions.
• Potential to impact control environment maturation at Bunge and directly contribute to the bottom line through cost efficiencies from controls rationalization, maturation and audit centralization efforts

Management/Leadership:

• Experienced people manager and an effective team player
• Experienced leader for small to medium group experienced in dealing with people issues and conflicts; excellent man management skills
• Manager who is a self starter and is able to think in the right direction; needs minimum supervision/ support and is able to wade through uncertainties
• Demonstrate excellent project management skills, inspire teamwork and responsibility with engagement team members, and use current technology/tools to enhance the effectiveness of deliverables

Key Relationships, Stakeholders & Interfaces:

A Manager will be expected to maintain relationships with the following key personnel

• Global SOX Project Management Office (PMO)
• Global/regional Controllers/SOX Coordinators – locations/ entities/ value chain
• External Service Providers for Management Testing, wherever required
• Location Financial Controllers
• Service Delivery Leads from BBS

Knowledge and Technical Competencies:

• Good knowledge of accounting concepts and process/controls related to Financial Reporting, Order to Cash, Purchase to Pay, Commodity Trading, Treasury, Tax, Plant, Property & Equipment, Inventory, HR Payroll, etc.
• Understanding of common controls and CCM methodologies.
• Ability to support high quality level of SOX controls testing and other internal control initiatives
• Ability to work independently, efficiently and deliver high quality output under time pressure
• Strong written and oral communications skills in English along with interpersonal skills
• Strong problem solving & organization skills
• Excellent computer skills and competency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook).
• Experience with ERP/ Accounting systems and Reporting tools.
• Strong team player and ability to partner with various stakeholders of respective domains
• Support and participate in employee engagement initiatives/actions, including training/education opportunities and other staff development initiatives, as applicable
• Lead, mentor, and coach junior team members, enabling them to meet their performance goals and act as a role model. Responsible for the performance and appraisal of direct reports, including training and developing necessary skill sets to enable them to grow in their careers

Note: For behavior competencies please refer to the Bunge Leadership Model

Education/Experience:

• 10 to 12 years of work experience in a similar role with at least last 5 years of SOX experience as a lead or above.
• Minimum Education Qualification – CPA, CIA, CA, CMA, or MBA Finance (from a reputed Institute)